Big Al Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 I have always worn Wellington for shooting and fishing but last Easter I ruptured tendons in my foot -(plantar fascia tendons) and as I am not a professional sportsman I have been told they will not operate to reattach them. I had carbon fibre inserts made and I wear them all the time now. I went on my first pheasant shoot last week and wore the inserts in my Le Chameau wellies. Since then, however I have been having trouble again and I am starting to realise I might need to get another, more substantial form of footwear. I would be grateful if anyone could recommend another form of waterproof footwear that will provide more support for my foot. I should also add that on our shoot there are very wet places where the mud comes up to knee height. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aga man Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 (edited) could try these? i was going to suggest moto cross boots but they woul look silly in the shooting field. the hunter leather wellies are good for support i am told. perhaps your babour dealer could let you try a pair on. best wishes aga man Edited November 1, 2013 by aga man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 (edited) Thanks. They do have a better sole. I was thinking more of substantial boots and gaiters though. Edit to say that I clicked the link - I like the orthopaedic last. A great boot no doubt, but £250 is a bit out of my range. Thanks for the suggestion though. I didn't even know those existed. Edited November 1, 2013 by Big Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aga man Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 no probs i am sure there are some decent boots out there for you. i would imagine the barbour wellies have a ridiculous price tag anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fib new Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 I've got problems with one of my legs -shattered it twice- and need wellies almost all the time since I'm a keeper in a very wet part of the Netherlands. I used le chameau vierzonnord wellies before, but they where not stabile enough for me to walk or stand on them all day. Still use 'm when it's very cold though, but leg hurts like hell after a few days... Started using the wellies from the Hunter bench made collection. They are made like walkingboots and fit like gloves. Never had any issues with my leg while using these -except from when it's very cold, because they don't have a neoprene lining but only a thin leather lining. Bit expensive, but they last very long... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 I've got problems with one of my legs -shattered it twice- and need wellies almost all the time since I'm a keeper in a very wet part of the Netherlands. I used le chameau vierzonnord wellies before, but they where not stabile enough for me to walk or stand on them all day. Still use 'm when it's very cold though, but leg hurts like hell after a few days... Started using the wellies from the Hunter bench made collection. They are made like walkingboots and fit like gloves. Never had any issues with my leg while using these -except from when it's very cold, because they don't have a neoprene lining but only a thin leather lining. Bit expensive, but they last very long... Thanks. I will look into them. It sounds like I may need a bit more money though .......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deershooter Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 (edited) You could try these but I would not recommend them I can stand up to my bolxxxxx and not get wet or cold Not that easy to get used to lol Deershooter Edited November 1, 2013 by deershooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
browning123 Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 I fell and broke my left ankle on a shoot day two years ago, and due to my ankle now requiring support I purchased a pair of Irish Setter shooting boots ( the height of wellington type) I found these perfect and very comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 I fell and broke my left ankle on a shoot day two years ago, and due to my ankle now requiring support I purchased a pair of Irish Setter shooting boots ( the height of wellington type) I found these perfect and very comfortable. Thanks. Is that the Irish Setter wingshooter? (I was having a look.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 You could try these but I would not recommend them I can stand up to my bolxxxxx and not get wet or cold Not that easy to get used to lol Deershooter Lol. It makes my whinging seem just a little insignificant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deershooter Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 (edited) Don't worry Al you gotta have a laugh Deershooter Edited November 1, 2013 by deershooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
955i Posted November 1, 2013 Report Share Posted November 1, 2013 Daft as it sounds, I would consider bike boots. Designed to support and protect all areas of the foot, torsion bars etc, waterproof and comfy. Get them in black and who cares as long as you are comfortable and supported in the right way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Daft as it sounds, I would consider bike boots. Designed to support and protect all areas of the foot, torsion bars etc, waterproof and comfy. Get them in black and who cares as long as you are comfortable and supported in the right way? Fair point. I certainly wouldn't give a **** if they worked. Thanks for the suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matone Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 It`s down to Meindl,Lowa,Altberg type stuff really. Altberg make boots and could probably address your specific needs at the factory,look their website up ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rogc Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 (edited) These are brilliant very warm, good soles, waterproof and cheap into the bargain http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/330558200277?var=540034956998&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649 Edited November 2, 2013 by Rogc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 The Army has Alt bergs made for people with problem feet they will be able to help you then fit a good set of gaiters job done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Wow! It looks like I've a lot to look into. Many thanks guys. I'm leaning towards the boot and and gaiter set up as I also enjoy mountain walks. My current flimsy hiking boots will have to go anyway! I also like the look of those fire fighter boots but the sizes seem limited - I have size 12 feet. Cheers. Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
decoyally Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 (edited) Al I have the meindl Dover extremes... Very good boot but pricey!! I also wear the le chameu gaiters with them if I know it's wet or mucky and never have wet feet! Hope it's of some help! O nearly forgot I'm a size 12 but needed a 13. If I remember correctly the 13 take another jump in price but my dealer gave me them for the price of the others! Edited November 2, 2013 by decoyally Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deaquire Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 You could try these but I would not recommend them I can stand up to my bolxxxxx and not get wet or cold Not that easy to get used to lol Deershooter Whoa. Wow! It looks like I've a lot to look into. Many thanks guys. I'm leaning towards the boot and and gaiter set up as I also enjoy mountain walks. My current flimsy hiking boots will have to go anyway! I also like the look of those fire fighter boots but the sizes seem limited - I have size 12 feet. Cheers. Alan I used to do a lot of hill walking in most conditions, deep snow, heavy rain etc and I found that gaitors were never up to the job. They always fall down or the water creeps in from the bottom. I had a group of friends, all who wore gaitors, must have been 15 of us in total all wearing different pairs - varying degrees of quality and price tags and everyone had the same problem. Not really sure what to suggest except that I'd avoid gaitors. Those biker boots sound good. I've had a pair of Berghaus walking boots for about 5 years - starting to go but they never let me down and cost about £70. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshwarrior Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 (edited) I've worn yeti gaiters in most conditions for 12 years of hard army use never had a problem, I did with have issues with standard gaiters. Don't expect to go upto you thighs in water and below knee kit to stop the wet it can't. Yes trousers will wick the water inside a bit, but your socks should stay dry that's the point. Oh I have little feet as well size 13 medium. Edited November 2, 2013 by welshwarrior Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 (edited) I used to use gaitors in the hills 25 odd years ago and quite liked them. If I got good boots, I wouldn't mind the odd splash or two on the socks. My feet usually end up wet anyway after walking around in rubber wellies all day! There's nothing makes feet sweat like a gum boot. I've worn yeti gaiters in most conditions for 12 years of hard army use never had a problem, I did with have issues with standard gaiters.Don't expect to go upto you thighs in water and below knee kit to stop the wet it can't. Yes trousers will wick the water inside a bit, but your socks should stay dry that's the point.Oh I have little feet as well size 13 medium. This where all the big lads hang out then!! Edit as I didn't read your post carefully enough and asked you what gaitors you used. Yeti I see. Oops. Edited November 2, 2013 by Big Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garden gun Posted November 2, 2013 Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Boots and gaiters never let me down in years of hill walking. Walking kit would be my advice - having had both Achilles reconstructed recently Brasher walking shoes are the mutts nuts for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Al Posted November 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 2, 2013 Daft as it sounds, I would consider bike boots. Designed to support and protect all areas of the foot, torsion bars etc, waterproof and comfy. Get them in black and who cares as long as you are comfortable and supported in the right way? As a bit of an after thought, are these ok to spend a day walking in if they are designed for being set on a foot rest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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